Student Support Officer (Engagement & Learning)

Wetherby High School; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in Wetherby is seeking a Student Support Officer – Engagement & Learning. This role focuses on assisting vulnerable students with their learning while promoting a restorative approach. The ideal candidate will have collaboration skills and a commitment to personal development within a supportive educational setting. Interested applicants should send their cover letter to [e-mail] by noon on December 9th, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable learners.
• Alignment with restorative approaches.
• Willingness to invest in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable learners in their education.
• Collaborate with staff to create a positive environment.
• Contribute to the school’s restorative approach.

Skills

Child engagement

Collaboration

Positive learning environment

Job description

About Wetherby High School

Wetherby High School is a forward‑thinking school in a semi‑rural area of North Leeds. We are proud of our caring and inclusive reputation and have a strong team of professionals committed to developing and delivering a rich learning experience for all our students.

School Ethos

Our community is based upon an inclusive and restorative ethos that allows every student the opportunity to realise their full potential.

Student Support Officer – Engagement & Learning

We are looking to appoint a Student Support Officer – Engagement & Learning who has the skills and experience to support our most vulnerable learners engage with their learning. The role requires alignment with our restorative approach and values: Know our children well, Partners in Learning, Character for Achievement, and Enjoy and Aspire. The post holder will be expected to collaborate with staff, contribute to a positive learning environment, and invest in their professional development. We encourage a genuinely caring and challenging approach within a creative staff team.

Please send applications (covering letter) to [e-mail] no later than noon on Tuesday 9th December 2025. For more information visit https://wetherbyhigh.org.uk/.

Additional Information

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applications will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check and satisfactory references. The school has a privacy statement for job applicants which is published within the Recruitment pack.